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6 Days out from fat transfer to face. Question for Dr. Lam

This section of the forum is dedicated to discussions on various surgical techniques for facial rejuvenation, including fat transfer/fat grafting, browlift, blepharoplasty (cosmetic eyelid surgery), facelift, etc. Also, this category includes questions on hand rejuvenation via fat grafting. (Of note, Dr. Lam does not perform body rejuvenation except for hand fat grafting)
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6 Days out from fat transfer to face. Question for Dr. Lam

Postby Starlet0524 » Thu Sep 22, 2011 10:51 am

Dr. Lam,

Hello. I recently came across your site and I find it EXTREMLY helpful for those looking to have any type of enhancement done as you are thorough and honest. I appreciate you. Okay, so onto my questions.....I did watch your video on the fat transfer procedure and how you indicated you are really not socially acceptable until afer week one. Im on day 6. My swelling is going down some each day. I've been taking arnica supplements, bromelin and trameel a few times a day on my face. I have green bruising which is getting darker so I guess Im healing up. My cheeks are swollen to where I really cant smile, my nose is purched up some ( like upturned) my mouth is just really looking odd. The Dr. said he didnt use alot of Fat he injected 5 cc's per cheek area. He said he normally can use about 11-12 cc's. I requested he go VERY moderate on me. Right now I'm not liking the way I look and just want to know if indeed by week two I should look a little more normal. ** I worry about other woman out there getting this procedure done and not being fully informed as to what their doing . This can be devestating to some who are not strong willed as you look in the mirror and vitrully see a stranger! Your truly, Starlet :?
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Re: 6 Days out from fat transfer to face. Question for Dr. Lam

Postby dr. lam » Thu Sep 22, 2011 3:43 pm

hi starlet,
in general, i make it a point not to comment on another doctor's patient during recovery. it is not fair to the doctor nor to you, whom i personally do not know. i think it is better that you ask the doctor that question. however, overall, at 6 days, you should look swollen. that is normal to look swollen. i am sure you will heal just fine. but please i always defer you back to your surgeon.
best wishes,
sml
Samuel M. Lam, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Diplomate, American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery
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